Process Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing specialty parts.
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing methods, equipment, tooling, fixtures, work instructions, and process parameters.
• Provide hands-on technical support to production and troubleshoot process-related issues.
• Analyze production data to identify process variation, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, scrap reduction, cycle time, and cost.
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques such as root cause analysis, 5-Why, fishbone analysis, and corrective action.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, process flows, and standard operating procedures.
• Support process validation, qualification, and capability studies for new or modified processes.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering to address nonconformances, customer issues, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Work with Manufacturing and Maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and process performance.
• Support the introduction of new products, tooling, equipment, and manufacturing technologies.
• Identify opportunities for automation, error-proofing, and improved process control.
• Participate in design-for-manufacturability activities and provide manufacturing input during product development.
• Assist with estimating labor, cycle times, capacity, tooling, and manufacturing costs.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide training and/or Work Instructions to support production personnel when new or modified processes are introduced.
• Work with sales and/or customers on part development and process capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving specialty, custom, precision, or engineered-to-order parts.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, process development, and production problem-solving.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively with production personnel, technicians, engineers, quality personnel, and management.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing environment and spending significant time on the production floor.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

Experience preferred:

• Experience with CNC machining, fabrication, forming, welding, casting, finishing, assembly, or other specialty manufacturing processes.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience/certification.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), process capability studies, and data analysis.
• Experience with CAD software and manufacturing engineering tools.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience developing tooling, fixtures, gauges, or manufacturing aids.
• Experience with automation or process controls.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, or other structured manufacturing quality methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

· 401(k)

· 401(k) matching

· Dental insurance

· Employee assistance program

· Flexible spending account

· Health insurance

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· Professional development assistance

· Referral program

· Tuition reimbursement

· Vision insurance

Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person